Can a business invoice me for past savings offered?

While this is logical, I do not know if they can do that. Have you read the agreement that you signed? I have written commercial contracts that...

Will I be held responsible for improper cancellation?

I have dealt with organizations that have "never received" anything unless it was sent to them by certified mail, return receipt requested....

Why do you want to use XYZ as a dba? If the former prospective business partner raises an issue, it would likely be alleged that you took the name...

I will improve a current patented item, patent my new item and sale mine on market. Do I need permission from old patent holder?

It is indeed possible that you would need a license. However, many people simply assume that an entire prior product is patented. Perhaps only one...

What is the Best/Most protected way Copywrite a song? Is a "Poormans Copywrite" still Acceptable and Will it Hold Up in court?

Some people say that sending a registered letter to themselves is the "poor man's copyright." This can be useless or worse. Court decisions...

Can an online retailer sell items that aren't in stock?

Counsel above have covered the legal issues. I am wondering why you are still interested in dealing with this retailer. It is possible that the...

How negotiable or enforceable is a Consulting Agreement (especially if it is presumed to be a verbal agreement)?

You have a complicated fact situation. The answer to all your questions, unfortunately, is, "It depends." Here are some practical points to look...

You should consider whether this is the only issue that you have. Why would you want to sell a winning lottery ticket? There have been situations...

Can I sue when I support my daughter's fiancee who lived with me for over 13 years if he breaks a contract?

I agree with counsel above. You may wish to consult a domestic relations specialist. "Palimony" cases are difficult to make. An unmarried partner...

As an employee for a tech firm, can I file a patent for a different technology (web) than the one I am working with?

I have addressed this problem many, many times when I was in-house as the lawyer for the tech company and on behalf of inventors now that I am in...